Mordecai Brown, also known as “Three Finger” Brown, was a pitcher in Major League Baseball from approximately 1903 through 1916. He began his career with the Cubs in 1903, and quickly became one of the most successful pitchers in baseball. He was a master of the curveball, and his effectiveness was aided by his deformed right hand, which had been injured in a farm accident as a boy.

Brown was known for his control, and was able to pitch on the inside of the plate to right-handed batters. He had a variety of pitches, including a curveball, slider, fastball, and changeup. He was also able to throw a knuckleball, but rarely used it. Brown had an impressive career with the Cubs, and in 1906 he led the National League with a 1.04 ERA. He also led the league in shutouts, and won 20 or more games in six consecutive seasons.

Brown’s career was eventually cut short in 1916 due to a leg injury. He was traded to the Reds, but his injury prevented him from playing. He retired from baseball and eventually returned to his home state of Indiana, where he lived until his death in 1948.

Brown was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1949. He was known for his control, and for his ability to pitch on the inside of the plate. He was also respected for his resilience in the face of adversity. He is remembered as one of the greatest pitchers of all-time, and his legacy continues to live on.

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